Preceded vs. Proceeded — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Preceded and Proceeded
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Preceded
To come, exist, or occur before in time
A lecture preceded the movie.
Proceeded
To go forward or onward, especially after an interruption; continue
Proceeded to his destination.
Paused to clear her throat, then proceeded.
Preceded
To be in front of or prior to in order
A precedes B in the alphabet.
Proceeded
To begin to carry on an action or a process
Looked surprised, then proceeded to roar with laughter.
Preceded
To go in advance of
A marching band preceded the float.
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Proceeded
To move on in an orderly manner
Business proceeded as usual.
Preceded
To preface; introduce
Preceded her lecture with a funny anecdote.
Proceeded
To come from a source; originate or issue
Behavior proceeding from hidden motives. ].
Preceded
To be before in time, order, or position.
Proceeded
Simple past tense and past participle of proceed
Preceded
Simple past tense and past participle of precede
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